ORIGIN

Unmolested 1980 Renault Alpine A-310 V6

The Renault Alpine A-310 has often been compared to the Porsche 911 but unfortunately was not built to last like that car. Nowadays it is unusual to find a nice original, unmolested example. This classic blue 1980 model is one of the cleaner stock Alpines we have come across. Find it here on Mobile.de in Offenbach, Germany for â‚¬ 17.500,-

The A-310 was introduced in 1971, answering the call for a more practical sportscar with more interior space. The first 310â€™s were fitted with the 1565cc 4 cylinder engine from Renaults 16/17 models and the Lotus Europa. From 1976 on it was available with a 2.7 liter V-6 which is the engine we find in this particular car. By no means a great engine, but at least in a car as light as the Alpine it performs well.

Flimsy build quality was another characteristic of the Alpine, but this one seems to have survived remarkably well. The interior is as new and looks very inviting, with cushy and futuristic side bolstered seats that were common in many more expensive Renaults of the time. The three slot alloys are well suited to the car, but unfortunately look faded and pitted and are about the only thing that let the car down. We would restore them of find some interesting Gordini replacements.

Finding a good A-310 example may prove to be the greatest challenge, but this car ticks many of the right boxes. Many people will find the combination Renault and sports cars rather incredible, but just look at that pointy nose and imagine that showing up in your rear view mirror.